Articles by Stuart Williams, Drums

I'm a freelance member of the MusicRadar team, specialising in drum news, interviews and reviews. I formerly edited Rhythm and Total Guitar here in the UK and have been playing drums for more than 25 years (my arms are very tired). When I'm not working on the site, I can be found on my electronic kit at home, or gigging and depping in function bands and the odd original project.

Articles by: Stuart Williams

Led Zep's Rock and Roll drum intro: why you've probably been playing it wrong, and how to nail it

By MusicRadar, Classic Rock published 27 February 23

Harder than it sounds, but doable - here's how Bonham's Chuck Berry-inspired barnstomer actually works

Rufus Taylor of The Darkness at his DW Collectors Series drum kit, January 2023

"I was like, 'Oh sh*t, it's not free!'" Drum kit tour: The Darkness' Rufus Taylor and his DW Collectors Series

By Stuart Williams published 24 February 23

Rufus Taylor shows us around his live setup with The Darkness, and explains why it's important to check the T&Cs of your endorsement deal before you order

Danny Carey performing at Guitar Center's 2009 Drum-off with Remo Rototoms

Here are 10 Remo Rototom performances that will remind you why you want a set

By Stuart Williams published 20 February 23

From progressive to outrageous, the ultimate add-on drum is still going strong

Stereophonics guitarist Adam Zindani on going solo, Daft Punk's genius, Sabbath's groove and the 10 albums that changed his life

By Stuart Williams published 17 February 23

As the guitarist steps out with his debut solo album Black Eyes Blue, these are the ingredients that shaped his sound

Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters singing into a microphone at the after party for the Los Angeles premiere of Studio 666, February 2022, Hollywood, California

Foo Fighters are releasing a new album in March, according to Radio X’s Chris Moyles

By Stuart Williams published 7 February 23

The DJ made the claim live on air this morning

Mick Fleetwood describes continuing with Fleetwood Mac as “unthinkable” after the loss of Christine McVie

By Stuart Williams published 6 February 23

But that doesn't mean that he's ready to retire just yet

Drum kit tour: Alter Bridge, Scott Phillips

By Stuart Williams published 4 February 23

The Alter Bridge drummer shows us around his setup, explains why you should overdub Zil-Bels, and how Mario Duplantier informed his crash cymbal choices

Drumeo announces the winners of the Drumeo Awards 2022

By Stuart Williams published 28 January 23

Including Shane Hawkins, Sarah Jones, Jay Weinberg, Chad Smith, Anika Nilles, Phil Collins and more

DrumCraft adds two new satin finishes to its Series 6 drum kits

By Stuart Williams published 20 January 23

The DrumCraft flagship models now come in two satin-finished fade option

Who will be the new Foo Fighters drummer in the post-Taylor Hawkins line-up?

By Stuart Williams last updated 28 April 23

As Foo Fighters prepare for a new album and their live return we explore some of the front-runners to fill the drum stool

Yellow Gretsch Catalina Jazz drum set with Paiste cymbals against a red brick wall

Best beginner drum sets 2023: top choice acoustic drum kits for beginners

By Jai Widdowson-Jones published 12 January 23

Our pick of great beginner drum sets from the biggest brands in the game

Foo Fighters announce first live shows without late drummer, Taylor Hawkins

By Stuart Williams published 11 January 23

But there's still no official announcement of who will play drums

"It's Ringo f***g Starr! Who the fk are you?!": The Darkness' Rufus Taylor's 10 albums that changed my life

By Stuart Williams published 11 January 23

The Darkness drummer talks about the albums that shaped him, his moving performances at the Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concerts, and why Ringo haters are wrong